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XJH 240J

1971 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,826 mi
Last recorded9,826 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJH 240J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 9,826 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 9,826 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 9,173 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wishbone trunion slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn wish bone trunion slight lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 8,740 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 4,604 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Trunion has slight lift movement (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Trunion has lift movement (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 3,121 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 3,084 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 2,652 miles

VERY SLIGHT GEARBOX OIL LEAK

Pass 13 Nov 2013 2,381 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 2,210 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 1,912 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 1,912 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 1,456 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 91 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 215 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 1,028 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Nov 2007 1,028 miles

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Inner Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Inner Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2007 965 miles

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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XJH 240J is a 1971 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XJH 240J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XJH 240J?

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What year was XJH 240J registered?

XJH 240J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 23 June 1971.

Is XJH 240J safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJH 240J shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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